SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-3
7 windshield which does not affect your
visibility and which cannot be easily
recognized.
After cleaning
1. Dry the scooter with a chamois or
an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the scooter dry completely be-
fore storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA10943
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent.
Before operating the scooter
test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.NOTICE
ECA10801
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIPConsult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7
EAU36564
StorageShort-term
Always store your scooter in a cool, dry
place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the
scooter.NOTICE
ECA10821
Storing the scooter in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.Long-term
Before storing your scooter for several
months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to
protect the cylinder, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine
oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap. WARNING! To
prevent damage or injury
from sparking, make sure to
ground the spark plug elec-
trodes while turning the en-
gine over.
[EWA10952]
4. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the scooter so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-27.TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Secondary reduction ratio:
41/14 × 44/13 (9.912)
Transmission type:
V-belt automatic
Operation:
Centrifugal automatic typeChassis:Frame type:
Underbone
Caster angle:
28.00 °
Trail:
100 mm (3.9 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70-15 M/C 56P(METZELER)-
56S(MICHELIN)
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER / FEELFREE
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN / CITYGRIPRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
140/70-14 M/C 68P(METZELER)-
68S(MICHELIN)
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER / FEELFREE
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN / CITYGRIP
Loading:Maximum load:
YP125R 185 kg (408 lb)
YP125RA 181 kg (399 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
190 kPa (1.90 kgf/cm², 28 psi)
Rear:
220 kPa (2.20 kgf/cm², 32 psi)
Loading condition:
YP125R 90–185 kg (198–408 lb)
YP125RA 90–181 kg (198–399 lb)
Front:
210 kPa (2.10 kgf/cm², 30 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
15 x MT3.5Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
14 x MT3.75Front brake:Type:
Single disc brakeOperation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Left hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
110 mm (4.3 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
84 mm (3.3 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
GT9B-4
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INDEX
AABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-16
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-4
Acceleration and deceleration ................ 5-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-13
Auxiliary light ........................................ 6-33BBattery .................................................. 6-27
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-22
Brake lever, front .................................. 3-15
Brake lever, rear ................................... 3-15
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 6-25
Braking ................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-24
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters.............................. 3-19
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ................................... 6-25
Coolant ................................................. 6-15DDimmer switch...................................... 3-14EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine oil .............................................. 6-12
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4FFinal transmission oil ............................ 6-14
Front and rear brake lever free play,
checking ............................................. 6-21
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-21Front fork, checking ............................. 6-26
Front turn signal light ........................... 6-31
Fuel ...................................................... 3-17
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel level warning light........................... 3-4
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-17
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29
HHandlebar switches ............................. 3-14
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-14
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-30
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-14IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-23
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-3LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 6-32MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system ................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-5PPanels, removing and installing ............. 6-8
Parking ................................................... 5-5
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
Pass switch .......................................... 3-14
SSafe-riding points ................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-19
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 3-21
Sidestand.............................................. 3-22
Spark plug, checking ............................ 6-10
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting off .............................................. 5-2
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-14
Steering, checking ................................ 6-27
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartments ......................... 3-20TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-31
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-18
Tires ...................................................... 6-18
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-33
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-34
Turn signal indicator lights...................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb (rear),
replacing ............................................. 6-31
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-14VValve clearance..................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 6-27
Wheels .................................................. 6-20
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